Leading Hand Cemeteries and Crematorium

Live and work in a culture rich location minutes from the Murray River, just a short drive to one of Victoria's best wine regions and with the ski fields so close you will be zooming down the mountains in under two hours.  

Our employee benefits include professional development and flexible working conditions. Our conditions of employment support equal opportunities and an ethical, diverse, and inclusive workplace. 

We also recognise and value your priorities beyond work. It's important to us that you have a sustainable work–life balance, so we offer flexible working arrangements, a nine-day fortnight (full-time staff) and a range of leave options and support programs.

AlburyCity is committed to being a child safe organisation by creating cultures, adopting strategies and taking action to empower children. We work hard to keep them safe from harm because child safety is everyone's responsibility.

DIRECTORATE:
Business, Growth & Community

CLASSIFICATION:
Grade F

SALARY:
$82,339 to $95,513 pa + 12% employer contribution to superannuation
Plus a fully maintained vehicle is available with access to AlburyCity's Commuter Use Program

REPORTING TO:
Team Leader Cemeteries and Crematorium

EMPLOYMENT TYPE: 
Permanent Full Time

THE POSITION:
Supervise and co-ordinate the grounds operation staff at Glenmorus Memorial Gardens and Crematorium (GMGC) and councils other cemetery portfolio, focusing on compliant provision of funeral services including coffin burial, cremation, interments, installation of memorials, horticultural maintenance and development of the cremation memorial gardens and bereavement parklands. 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Carry out/Supervise grave digging, coffin interment and cremation processes to industry standards as directed by Team Leader
• Monitor and report monthly on financial performance of the grounds team and grounds maintenance/development works against budget
• Assist in business plans and budget preparations with written advice and recommendations when requested
• Supervise and lead the GMGC grounds crew including casuals, volunteers and contractors carrying out regular and periodic maintenance and future development projects as directed by Team Leader
• Undertake all employee management activities relevant to the role, including recruitment, performance management/reviews, employee development, disciplinary action, rostering and timesheets, as well as ensuring a high level of employee motivation and team harmony
• Coordinate the maintenance and development of GMGC and Councils other cemetery portfolio grounds, including all parkland and landscape (hard and soft) needs as determined by Team Leader
• Support the administration operations of the facility as required
• Provide quality written advice and recommendations on all aspects of GMGC and councils other cemetery portfolio short term and long-term horticultural maintenance and planning
• Prepare quality designs, and coordinate the construction of projects
• Prepare written reports and submissions relating to maintenance and development of the facility, such as mowing, rose, shrub and tree maintenance schedules
• Provide advice to GMGC management and customers in an informed and professional manner
• Provide specialist advice relating to the operation, maintenance & development of GMGC memorial parklands
• Use all plant and equipment in a safe and competent manner, ensuring all routine maintenance to plant and equipment is carried out.
• Perform other tasks or duties as directed by the Supervisor which are within the limits of the employee's skill, competence and training. 
• Observe requirements of the WHS Legislation, relevant to the job and adhere to AlburyCity Policies and Procedures regarding WHS. 
• Observe appropriate AlburyCity Policies and Procedures regarding day-to-day operations including Equal Employment Opportunity policies, AlburyCity's Dress Code and Standards Policy and AlburyCity's Code of Conduct. 

KEY RELATIONSHIPS:

Internal 

• Our People

External

• Funeral directors 
• Visitors 
• Casual Staff 
• Contractors and volunteers

EMPLOYMENT CONDITIONS:

• Based on a 38-hour week, with actual days and times being Monday to Friday, 7.00am to 4.00pm, with an RDO in
  accordance with AlburyCity's RDO guidelines. These times may vary due to operational requirements and will be
  determined by the supervisor.
• This position may involve work outside normal working hours. Additional hours over the standard 38 hours will attract a time in lieu arrangement or payment of overtime rates as agreed with your supervisor.
• This position requires you to wear a compulsory uniform as per AlburyCity's Our People Dress Code Standards. Our People are required to present a smart and professional image to the public at all times including when in public and when working remotely.
• In line with the provisions of the Local Government (State) Award, this position will receive the Level 1, Adverse Working Conditions Allowance.
• A fully maintained vehicle is available with access to AlburyCity's Commuter Use Program.
• This position involves working in a predominantly outdoor environment where a varying range of temperatures, weather conditions and walking surfaces may be experienced. The position requires a moderate level of aerobic and physical fitness to undertake regular physical activities such as walking, lifting, pulling, pushing along with the capacity to maintain normal manual handling tasks across the workday – depending on the nature of the tasks undertaken. The use of relevant work method statements and appropriate WHS standards are an integral part of the role. A full functional and medical assessment is required for this position.
• This position will be provided with vaccination against the following infectious diseases:
  • Hepatitis B
• This position requires evidence of a current Australian National Police Check
• This position is delegated with certain powers, authorities, duties, and functions of Council under the AlburyCity
  Delegations of Authority in accordance with section 378 of the Local Government Act.
• This position is subject to alcohol and other drug testing.
• This position is subject to preemployment and ongoing audiometric (hearing) assessment in accordance with AlburyCity Procedures
• This position is located at Glenmorus Gardens, Union Rd, Lavington with occasional/frequent visits to external
  sites/depots, and Council Administration Building as required.

ESSENTIAL CRITERIA:

• Certificate IV in a horticultural discipline or equivalent or relevant industry experience
• Class C (Standard) Drivers Licence (compulsory to have and maintain)
• Current accreditation in chemical use

DESIRABLE CRITERIA:

• Proven successful experience in a cemetery, crematorium, memorial park, funeral environment
• Backhoe operator's certificate

EXPERIENCE: 

• Demonstrated experience in leading a successful operational team
• Relevant industry experience in landscape management & design

SPECIALIST KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

• Sound computer literacy skills. Council uses Microsoft Office Applications. 
• Ability to quickly learn new systems and applications 
• A thorough knowledge of the following:
  • Horticultural maintenance
  • Arboriculture
  • Turf management
  • Irrigation design, maintenance and installation
  • Project management fundamentals and development
  • Business processes including profit and loss
  • Customer Service in a sensitive sector
  • Record systems including manual and on-line auditing
  • Work layout for optimum performance and delivery
  • Plan and Map reading
  • Just-in-Time operational management
• Demonstrated experience in the use and maintenance of small and large plant operations
• Demonstrated knowledge of all WHS requirements and practices